Mom's Craft Closet ~ No Sleeves, Please.

Oh, Brother!  Long Sleeve Peasant Dress with Sash

waiting for the next morning

This week, I finally crossed enough off of the old "To Do" list to make room for sewing.  Sewing is like coloring - therapeutic!  Way back before Christmas, I purchased a few yards of adorable fabric to make long sleeve flannel dresses for Lena & Lucianna.  Following a simple peasant dress pattern that I hunted down on Etsy, a made three new dresses this week and have plans to make a few more - one as a gift.

I have never done long sleeves so this was a fun feat for me, but much to my chagrin, Lena told me, "Mom, it's beautiful and oh, I love the ballerinas...but, I didn't want sleeves on it!"

This...from my rule-breaking child (see this post) - yes, some rules are made to be broken.  Lena's favorite rule to break (but certainly not the only one) is wearing sundresses in the winter.

Sundresses in February?  Fuh-get About It!
(make sure you read that with an Italian Mobster accent)

Her version of "Go put on long sleeves and pants so we can go outside."
In case you missed it...
this ensemble includes the original sundress, a new tutu,
 yes, mom - long sleeves & pants...and a big, I love my outfit smile.

Yeah, it has sleeves, but I admit...I like it anyway!

Modeling the back for Mommy

The ballet print is not my style, but I knew she'd love it and that is what it is all about!  I also did two more in an adorable bird print.  This versatile dress is perfect for everyday...

Sassy enough for your best for dance moves

Good enough for hanging out with your friend, Ariel

Durable enough for running outside

Comfortable enough for bird watching

Cute enough for kissing Daddy

Tough enough for shoveling sand

Playful enough for swinging and singing

Sporty enough for having a pass with Mom

Washable enough for popping blueberries

Enough to get Lena to wear sleeves

Enough!